Learn the skills, judgment, and confidence needed to handle offshore sailing challenges before they become emergencies.
Learn the skills, judgment, and confidence needed to handle offshore sailing challenges before they become emergencies.
SAFETY AND PERFORMANCE GO HAND-IN-HAND
LEARN FROM EXPERIENCED OFFSHORE SAILORS
Meet The Founder
Roel Hoekstra
Roel has spent decades racing and cruising offshore sailboats, including multiple Newport to Bermuda and Annapolis to Newport races.
The current Commodore of The Corinthian Yacht Club of Philadelphia, he combines real offshore experience with a calm, practical teaching style focused on confidence, safety, and seamanship.
Training Philosophy
Offshore Experience
We focus on calm, practical seamanship and real-world decision making — building confidence through hands-on experience, not just classroom instruction.
Offshore Experience
Real World Experience
Multiple Newport to Bermuda Races
Multiple Annapolis to Newport Races
50,000+ Offshore miles
Multiple trips to the Caribbean
Instructor Credentials
Certified Educators
US Sailing Safety at Sea Certified Moderators
US Sailing Certified Keelboat Instructors
Licensed USCG Captains
Cruising Club of America (CCA) Members
SAIL TRAINING PROGRAMS
Offshore Safety At Sea Certification
This US Sailing Offshore Safety At Sea Certification class is a full-day, hands-on course (including in-the-water training) that meets the offshore safety requirements for all major ocean races.
Safety For Cruising Couples Program
This Cruising Club of America developed hands-on course helps cruising couples turn anxiety into assurance and become a true team on the water.
AKELA OFFSHORE SAILING COMMUNITY
Akela Safety & Seamanship
Facebook Group
Akela Safety & Seamanship
YouTube Channel
Akela Sailing Community
Facebook Page
TikTok
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Contact Information
Email: [email protected]
Address
Akela Sailing
Office: 300 W. 2nd St
Essington, PA 19029
Phone Number:
866-576-1204
